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Hotel El-Crucero

Cancun, Tulum 77780, Mexico
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Ranked #47 of 70 hotels in Tulum
3.5 of 5 stars 81 Reviews
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Natalie_CAN
Ottawa, Canada
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3 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 November 2011

Our Lonely Planet guide book made it seem like Tulum was a truck stop. But it was wrong. We got off the bus from Playa Del Carmen at the Tulum Ruinas stop and were welcomed into the El-Crucero by the friendly owner and two kitty cats. The hotel has dorms and private rooms. We stayed in a clean and comfortable... More

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Roger L
Saint James City, Florida
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4 reviews
2 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 August 2011

I stayed at El Crucero for two nights. I had a large tiled, air conditioned, comfortable room. There is a large outdoor area with hammocks, chairs and tables. I enjoyed the friendliness of the staff, the tranquility of the setting and the comfort of the room. It is good to be away from the "hustle and bustle" of town. The... More

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Byards
Minneapolis, Minnesota
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4 reviews
6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 June 2011

Really cozy. We had both a room with a fan and then one with AC. The one with the fan was a little compact, but fine because hopefully you aren't spending too much time in your room. Nice common areas with hammocks for reading and resting. Also, great staff, the restaurant is good and there is a little shop in... More

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London7456
London, United Kingdom
2 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 May 2011

Looking at the excellent reviews on here, it's the same compliments over again, and I can only add to them. El Crucero is fantastic; great spot (enjoyed the stroll to the beach, and enjoyed being away from the main strip) fantastic staff, and a really nice feel to it. The rooms were clean, comfortable and interesting. The place was spotlessly... More

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lkretz
Atlanta, Georgia
1 review
2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 March 2011
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I stayed here for a total of about 3 weeks in Feb and March and had easily the most wonderful time of any trip I'd taken, largely due to Sharon and Mark and the hotel. I had intended to spend 2 wks in Mexico, with one of them in Tulum, but ended up extending my trip by a month, I... More

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glbanks
USA
1 review
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 February 2011

I stayed at El Crucero for a total of 7 nights in January-February 2011. I had read the reviews here and the interesting blog from the hotel website. I was looking for a place nearby to everything but didn't really want to get stuck on the beach or in town. I only needed a basic single room with a bath.... More

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BrigitteMordecai
Johannesburg, South Africa
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 December 2010

I was most impressed my entire stay at Hotel El-Crucero. If travelling on a budget, this place will give you more than your basic money´s worth. Definately the greatest place to stay in Tulum, in all stayed there for 7 nights, very affordable, clean rooms and bathroom, hot showers, and comfortable bed. The hotel is well suituated, a close walk... More

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travelchicak
Alaska
2 reviews
2 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2010

We stayed at the Hotel Crucero for the Tulum part of our 3 week trip in Mexico. You must be advised that this is definitely a budget hotel, but a great place to stay if you don't mind some little flaws. The room was quite musty the first 2 days, which was a major drawback, but since we weren't spending... More

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murrelet91
Montreal, Canada
1 review
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 3 October 2010

My brother and I were traveling in the Mayan Riviera, and came to Tulum on a whim. It turned out to be one of the highlights of our trip. Yes you must be advised that this is a backpackers, not a luxury liner resort, and that it is NOT directly on the beach. It's within a comfortable walk though (especially... More

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Kristins80
Stockholm, Sweden
1 review
1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 August 2010
1
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It´s a valueable and great located near the ruins and not far to the amazing beach. Extremely friendly staff, always with a smile on their faces. We loved it here and would recomend it to everyone :) /Sweden More

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